Dartmoor Full Circle 100

Event overview

The Dartmoor Way events comprise two supported trail races around Dartmoor in October 2026: the Dartmoor Full Circle 100 and the Dartmoor Granite 50. The Full Circle follows the waymarked Dartmoor Way walking route and is described as a complete circumnavigation of the Moor. The Granite race follows the eastern section of the same route to Okehampton.

• 100 miles
• 51 miles (Granite 50)

Course and support

The Full Circle skirts the periphery of northern and southern Dartmoor, using tracks, trails, green lanes, riverside paths, woodland and open moorland. The Full Circle includes over 4000 m of ascent and six indoor, manned checkpoints at approximately 15.5, 30, 42, 64, 82 and 95 miles, finishing at OCRA Pavilion, Okehampton. The Granite route crosses several open moorland sections, covers about 51 miles with over 2000 m of ascent, and includes three indoor checkpoints plus an additional water stop. Weather in late autumn can be cold and wet and the route includes a night section.

Checkpoints provide hot food and refreshments. The event offers GPS tracking of competitors, professional medical cover, changing and shower facilities, parking for the weekend and bus transport to the Granite start.

Entry, requirements and race rules

Time limits are 34 hours for the Full Circle and 15 hours for the Granite. The Full Circle requires evidence of a completed 50-mile finish within specified dates to qualify. Granite entrants must have completed a trail marathon within specified dates. Competitors must carry compulsory kit including full waterproof jacket and over-trousers, headtorch and spare batteries, warm hat, gloves, minimum 1 litre fluid capacity, 500 calories emergency food, emergency foil blanket, plastic cup, mobile phone and a backpack. All checkpoints must be visited and GPS trackers are used for safety and monitoring. Prizes include bespoke finisher medals and trophies. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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